Delta Delivery Site in Saskatchewan Increases Efficiency and Effectiveness of Duck Production Efforts This distribution hub provides storage and loading capacity in closer proximity to Delta Hen House delivery sites, reduces costs With all eyes on the upcoming winter field season, Delta’s programs staff is working to recruit new Hen House contractors and distribute materials. … [Read more...] about Delta Delivery Site in Saskatchewan Increases Efficiency and Effectiveness of Duck Production Efforts
Two Delta Waterfowl Magazine Articles by Wait Take Home First Place Accolades at AGLOW Conference
Two Delta Waterfowl Magazine Articles by Wait Take Home First Place Accolades at AGLOW Conference Paul Wait’s award-winning articles dig into barriers to the future of hunting, showcase Delta’s nasal saddle research in Saskatchewan Late last month, the Association of Great Lakes Outdoor Writers presented their “Awards-In-Craft” accolades at an annual conference at Kentucky … [Read more...] about Two Delta Waterfowl Magazine Articles by Wait Take Home First Place Accolades at AGLOW Conference
Shotgun Safety – Handling a duck gun
Shotgun Safety Handling a duck gun requires simple yet critically important precautions Safely handling a shotgun when duck or goose hunting requires strict adherence to all primary safety rules (such as those covered in any hunter education course) plus several additional, waterfowl-specific guidelines. All are easy to follow, but with gun safety, there’s zero room for … [Read more...] about Shotgun Safety – Handling a duck gun
Waterfowl Breeding Habitat Conditions As of Aug. 31, 2024
Waterfowl Breeding Habitat Conditions as of Aug. 31, 2024 Nesting season may seem eons away right now, but conditions in late summer and early fall can affect next spring’s duck production. Based on the most recently available data (a technical issue delayed release of September’s numbers), the U.S. portion of the prairie pothole region entered fall in much better shape than in … [Read more...] about Waterfowl Breeding Habitat Conditions As of Aug. 31, 2024
Delta’s Student Field Course Trains Future Conservation Leaders
Delta’s Student Field Course Trains Future Conservation Leaders The nine-day event provided an immersive experience of the PPR’s importance to breeding ducks In June, a dozen aspiring waterfowl biologists gained an unparalleled, hands-on experience of the prairie pothole region’s critical importance to breeding ducks. Selected from a competitive pool of applicants, graduate … [Read more...] about Delta’s Student Field Course Trains Future Conservation Leaders